Software Developer

Idaho National Laboratory; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 95,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible

401(k) with a 4.2% employer contrib. /

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Software Developer to work with the Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) team. The role supports a 4x10 schedule with Fridays off and is based at the MFC facility, which focuses on nuclear research and development capabilities.

You will develop innovative software across mobile, embedded, desktop, web-based and hosted platforms using languages like Rust, SQL, C/C++, C#, and Python. Proficiency with REST/SOAP, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in software development or related field; experience required.
• Experience with IDEs such as Visual Studio or VS Code.
• Export control: US citizen or US Green Card holder needed.

Responsibilities

• Coding proficiency in industry standard modeling languages.
• Familiarity with REST and SOAP APIs.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and deployment tools.
• Develop and review designs, requirements, operations, and testing processes.
• Optimize and develop software using languages such as Rust, SQL, C/C++, C#, Python.

Skills

Modeling languages

REST API

Docker

Kubernetes

IDE familiarity

Web/mobile/desktop

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in software development

5+ years experience / 2 years with Master’s / PhD+

Tools

Visual Studio/VS Code

SQL Server

Azure DevOps

NoSQL, MongoDB/Neo4J

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Software Developer to work on our Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) team. Our team works a 4x10schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) with every Friday off.

This position is located at our Materials and Fuels Complex, which hosts the core of the U.S. nuclear research and development capabilities with a diverse array of facilities designed for remote work on highly irradiated fuels and materials. A new fuel idea can be designed, fabricated, tested, and analyzed at MFC to better understand the effects of irradiation. Many groups, such as universities, industry partners, other national laboratories, international research organizations, and other federal agencies are working at MFC.

You will develop innovative engineered solutions using current and emerging computing technologies. You will apply experience in software and hardware engineering principles, theories, concepts, and technologies with complex engineered systems.

Responsibilities

• Coding proficiency in industry standard modeling languages.
• Familiarity with application programming interface concepts and technologies (including REST and SOAP)
• Familiarity with application testing and code deployment technologies preferred (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
• Make preliminary selections and adaptations of technical alternatives.
• Develop and review designs, requirement definitions, operations, documentation, and testing processes.
• Optimize, program, and develop software using appropriate technologies for the application (which may include Rust, SQL, C/C++/C#, Python, etc.).
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Analyze system performance against established goals and identify actions to improve performance.
• Apply principles, theories, and concepts to develop, deploy, and support innovative technical solutions to mobile, embedded, desktop, web-based and hosted capabilities in the support of programmatic goals.
• Apply standard software processes from development, code review, software QC through customer validation.
• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Ability to interface databases and systems to retrieve and present data to align with business needs.
• Continuously enhance your skills with cutting-edge technology.
• Provide consultation services to internal teams in the areas of applicable technologies, requirement definitions, operations, and testing. Deliver high quality product features exceeding client expectations.
• May mentor junior level staff and lease groups.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Level 3: Bachelor’s in software development other related field and 5 years experience Master’s and 2 years experience. PhD and 2 years experience.
• Level 4: Bachelor's in software development or other related field and 9 years of experience. Master's and 6 years of experience. PhD and 4 years of experience.
• Relevant experience using Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) such as Visual Studio or VS Code.
• This position is subject to export control restrictions per the Department of Energy. For this reason, you must be either a US Citizen or a US Green Card holder to qualify for the job.

Preferred

• Microsoft T-SQL Certification, Oracle PL/SQL Certification, Comp TIA A+, CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Server Certification, Azure certification, are desirable.
• Analyze, test, modify, document, and maintain models or simulation-based systems related to scientific domains, including nuclear applications.
• Experience mentoring others and leading technical tasks.
• Experience using Jira or similar tool.
• Experience with .NET 6 and .NET Core, C#, SQL Server, or similar.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and NET WebAPI interfaces.
• Experience with Oracle PLSQL.
• Experience with NoSQL Databases such as MongoDB and Neo4J.
• Experience with LINQ to SQL and Entity Framework.
• Experience with continuous integration, and deployment using Azure DevOps.
• Experience with other development languages (Python, Go/Golang, C/C++, etc.).
• Experience with Agile, Kanban development methodologies.
• Experience with Dapper, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap.

Job Information

• The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($95,256 – $195,288) / Level 4 ($114,360 - $235,336). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, keyboard, and type, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Us

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information

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